After working with mega actors Megastar Chiranjeevi in Waltair Veerayya and Pawan Kalyan in Bro, Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela has signed Nandamuri Balakrishna’s next—tentatively titled NBK109, directed by KS Ravindra aka Bobby. In an exclusive interview with Deccan Chronicle, Urvashi talks about what drew her to Tollywood.
How did you land the Balakrishna project? Tell us about your role in the movie
Everybody knows that I made my grand debut in Telugu with Megastar’s ‘Waltair Veerayya’. So after the super success of the movie in which I had my track ‘Boss Party’ which went on to become the most loved and trendiest and most viral song of the year 2023. At the same time, my project ‘Inspector Avinash’ had released in Hindi which received 9/10 on IMDB, which is such a big rating for a show. My performance was very much appreciated by the public and I received critical acclaim for my acting performance. But it wasn’t about that. Apparently, the entire directorial team happened to see the show and ended up liking and admiring my performance and that's how I landed this project. I was approached for Balarkrishna garu's project and that's how I am playing the lead actress with Balakrishna Garu and Dulquer Salmaan.
Do you watch Telugu movies? Who is your favourite actor?
Yes, I do watch Telugu films and I find them really interesting. I see a lot of substance in Telugu films. My favourite heroes are Chiranjeei garu, who happened to be my first ever hero in the Telugu Film industry in ‘Waltair Veerayya’ and Pawan Kalyan Garu in the ‘Bro’ song My Dear Makhandeya and Balakrishna garu as well with whom I am working now. So I am glad that I am able to work with all my favourite heroes.
Skanda and now NBK, have you turned your focus to Tollywood?
Tollywood, the Telugu film industry, is known for producing a significant number of films each year. It has gained recognition for its diverse range of movies, spanning various genres. The industry has contributed to Indian cinema with successful films and talented actors. So I love the work environment of Tollywood industry
Why did you say yes to the NBK movie?
I so loved my character in the NBK movie as it's a very significant role and most important to the script.
You must have visited Hyderabad a couple of times. What do you like about this city the most?
Hyderabad is renowned for its rich history, vibrant culture, and diverse cuisine. The city seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, with landmarks like the Charminar and Golconda Fort coexisting with IT hubs and contemporary developments. Additionally, Hyderabad's warm hospitality and the famous Hyderabadi biryani are standout features.
